The speculation around the recent awards show has been intense, especially after presenter Geoff Keighley posted an enigmatic image of a desert monolith. The secret is finally answered. Larian Studios is working on a completely new Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was presented with a audacious trailer that included memorable imagery, from a burning man to an orgy and the very descent into chaos.
Moving Beyond Original Sin
For those expecting Divinity Original Sin 3, this is not that. Larian stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its venerated RPGs is not being worked on now.
However, the developer referred to this new Divinity as a continuation of the core franchise. This distinction hints that the team is likely designing a more action-oriented experience instead of another tactical title. For now, we can only guess, as only a cinematic trailer is available.
What Makes Divinity Special
The Divinity series is universally respected and it's fair to claim it pioneered the modern wave of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, choice-driven narratives, and flexible progression—elements that subsequently were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is familiar fare, what makes Divinity apart is the remarkable agency given to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have streamlined options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs that are viable with a specific type of character with a specific history of choices.
The series is also notoriously flexible, enabling players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Virtually all objectives can be approached in a variety of manners, frequently in surprising fashion.
- You might find an answer because you recalled something a non-human character said.
- Or, you could overcome an obstacle by moving environmental hazards in a inventive way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is this design philosophy that allow people to label games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as a top-tier role-playing games ever made. Now, the RPG community can get ready for more where that came from in this legendary franchise.
